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The World Room

Culture, trends & the changing world

Hosted by Judith Mayer · New episodes daily

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What Fish Teach Us About Listening: The Science of Filtering Noise | The World Room

Sep 6, 2026 · 8 min

In this episode of The World Room, host Judith Mayer explores the profound science of filtering noise to improve human connection and mental clarity. Drawing inspiration from the elephantnose fish, which uses electrical pulses to navigate…

September’s Quiet Rebellion: Why We Turn to Books When Days Shorten | The World Room

Sep 5, 2026 · 6 min

In this episode of The World Room, host Judith Mayer explores the psychological and cultural shift that occurs as September arrives, marking a transition from the frantic pace of late summer to a more introspective autumn rhythm. This is…

The Radical Art of Doing Nothing: Why September Needs a Slow Down | The World Room

Sep 4, 2026 · 9 min

In this episode of The World Room, host Judith Mayer explores the radical art of doing nothing and challenges the cultural obsession with constant optimization. As September arrives, many feel a surge of 'back-to-school' anxiety and…

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